INVESTIGATIVE REPORTER - KSLA

Gray Media; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

KSLA TV/Gray Media seeks an Investigative Reporter/MMJ who digs deep to turn complex data into high-impact narratives that inform and engage viewers across TV, web, and social platforms. You will research, analyze records, and produce compelling reporting for multiple platforms.

You will drive data-heavy investigations, verify records, interview sources, and craft urgent stories with strong visuals while maintaining newsroom ethics and deadlines in a fast-paced ArkLaTex market.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of dedicated investigative and general assignment reporting experience with a proven track record of digging.
• Proficiency in computer-assisted reporting (CAR) and proficiency with databases.
• Digital fluency: optimize stories for search, engage a social audience, and use digital tools to enhance reporting.
• Relentless urgency: a get it first, get it right mentality under deadline pressure.
• Human connection: build trust with sources and tell the human stories behind the data.
• Sharp judgment: strong news ethics and ability to navigate public records requests and sensitive interviews.

Responsibilities

• Lead the investigation: Research, develop, and produce groundbreaking investigative content that holds the powerful accountable and serves the community.
• Own the data: Dive deep into spreadsheets, public records, and databases to find the smoking gun that others miss.
• Tell unforgettable stories: Use creative, outstanding storytelling techniques to make complex investigations relatable, urgent, and visually compelling.
• Drive digital impact: Craft digital-first investigative pieces, social media reels, and interactive content that engages our audience across all platforms.
• Balance the beat: Manage a pipeline of longer-term projects while remaining agile enough to apply investigative techniques to daily coverage and breaking news.

Skills

Investigative reporting

CAR (computer-assisted reporting)

Databases

Digital storytelling

Deadline-driven

Source development

Job description

About Gray Media:

Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 46 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About Gray Media:

Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 46 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About KSLA:

KSLA News 12 is the aggressive, National Edward R. Murrow Award-winning CBS affiliate serving the region known as the ArkLaTex. The station is the market’s leader in timely and accurate reporting of breaking news, investigative journalism, award-winning storytelling, and First Alert Weather. KSLA News 12 serves its community on all on-air, digital, and mobile platforms, embracing the innovation of the industry. In the center of the ArkLaTex is the Shreveport/Bossier City metroplex where the best of Louisiana, Texas and Arkansas culture is combined to create a vibrant and comfortable lifestyle.

Job Summary/Description:

Are you a relentless seeker of facts who refuses to take "no comment" for an answer? KSLA News 12 is looking for an Investigative Reporter/MMJ who doesn't just report the news but uncovers it. We need a storyteller who can turn complex data into high-impact, urgent narratives that demand attention—whether someone is watching on their big screen or scrolling through their feed. If you have the grit to dig deep and the digital savvy with a reach beyond measure, we have just the place for you on our award-winning team.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

What You'll Do:

• Lead the investigation: Research, develop, and produce groundbreaking investigative content that holds the powerful accountable and serves our community.


• Own the data: Dive deep into spreadsheets, public records, and databases to find the "smoking gun" that others miss.


• Tell unforgettable stories: Use creative, outstanding storytelling techniques to make complex investigations relatable, urgent, and visually compelling.


• Drive digital impact: Craft digital-first investigative pieces, social media reels, and interactive content that engages our audience across all platforms.


• Balance the beat: Manage a pipeline of longer-term projects while remaining agile enough to apply investigative techniques to daily coverage and breaking news.

Qualifications/Requirements:

What You Bring:

• The "Investigative Itch": At least 2 years of dedicated investigative and general assignment reporting experience with a proven track record of digging.


• Technical Toolkit: Proficiency in computer-assisted reporting (CAR) and proficiency with databases.


• Digital Fluency: You know how to optimize a story for search, engage a social audience, and use digital tools to enhance your reporting.


• Relentless Urgency: A "get it first, get it right" mentality that thrives under deadline pressure.


• Human Connection: The ability to build trust with sources and tell the human stories behind the data.


• Sharp Judgment: Strong news ethics and the legal knowledge to navigate complex public records requests and sensitive interviews.

KSLA-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.